This book focuses on civil engineering materials and nanotechnology. Highlighting recent advances in the field of nano-engineered cementitious composites, it discusses their key principles, design and fabrication, testing and characterization, performance and mechanisms, as well as applications. Future developments and remaining challenges are also outlined.
Nano-engineered cementitious composites are exceptionally strong, durable and offer multifunctional/smart performance that differs considerably from that of normal cementitious composites. Providing valuable insights into these composites’ future development, the book offers an essential source of information, inspiration, theory and practical guidance for developing sustainable cementitious composites. As such, it will benefit researchers, scientists and engineers in the fields of civil engineering materials and nanotechnology alike.
Discusses key advances and innovative achievements in nano-engineered cementitious composites
Covers principles, design and fabrication, testing and characterization, performance and mechanisms, and applications of nano-engineered cementitious composites
Addresses the latest advances in and future development and challenges of nano-engineered cementitious composites
Offers useful knowledge and theory, together with practical guidance on developing sustainable cementitious composites
Baoguo Han
Cementitious composites Nanoscale phenomenon Nano modification Fabrication of nano-engineered cement Cementitious composites test and characterization Nano-engineered Cementitious Composites performances Nanoengineered ECC Applications of nano-engineered concrete Nano-concrete Design of ECC Bendable concrete High-performance cement composites Nanoindentation Optimization of ultra-high-performance concrete